Artichala L. Wise

Associate

Artichala is a trial attorney who represents individual and corporate clients in all aspects of civil litigation. She guides clients through hearings, trials, mediations, and depositions in defense of cases involving trucking accidents, premises liability, and general negligence claims.

Before joining Steptoe & Johnson, Artichala served as staff counsel to a major insurance company, handling matters such as bodily injury, first-party, and property damage lawsuits. She has also worked as a social worker, which informs her compassionate, client-centered approach to practicing law. Her unique understanding of client challenges and legal experience enables her to provide practical and empathetic guidance.

Court Admissions

  • U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Texas
  • U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas
  • U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Texas
  • U.S. District Court for the Western District of Texas

Achievements

  • Leadership Class, Dallas Association of Young Lawyers (2023)
  • Ones to Watch, Dallas Association of Young Lawyers (July 2023)
  • Inaugural Member, Order of Barristers, University of North Texas at Dallas College of Law (2022)
  • Thompson & Knight Intramural Moot Court Competition, 1st Place (2020)

Memberships

  • Director, Dallas Association of Young Lawyers (2024-Present)
  • Dallas Association of Young Lawyers (2019-Present)
  • Dallas Bar Association
  • J.L. Turner Legal Association

Speaking Engagements

  • Panelist, “From Self Doubt to Self Advocacy: A Lawyer’s Guide to Owning Your Expertise,” Dallas Association of Young Lawyers (May 2026)
  • Moderator, “Bound by Law, Not by Burnout,” Dallas Association of Young Lawyers (June 2025)
  • Panelist, “Balancing the Legal Profession & Life When Dealing with Alcohol & Substance Abuse Issue,” Dallas Bar Association (August 2021)
  • Moderator/Panelist, “Managing Depression in the Legal Profession,” Dallas Association of Young Lawyers (May 2021)
  • Panelist, “Careers and Connections,” Dallas Association of Young Lawyers (September 2020 & February 2022)

Licensed In

  • Texas

Education

  • J.D. University of North Texas at Dallas College of Law
  • M.S. Prairie View A&M University
  • B.A. Iowa State University

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